Pizza Hand Pies

These Pizza Hand Pies are the perfect portable lunch or snack. They are quick and easy to make, and completely customizable.

Ahhh, pizza. I can’t really say anything about pizza that you aren’t already thinking. Pizza is pizza, right? Well, yea. From deep dish to thin and crispy, you can find pizza crust in all styles, and the flavors of pizza in just about everything. From pizza flavored chips (do they still make those?), to pizza Goldfish crackers, pizza is everywhere, and it’s not going any place else soon.

We love pizza, and eat it almost like clock work every Friday night. It’s the one night of the week that I enjoy the most, because as much as I love to be in the kitchen, I like having that one-day-a-week break.

When I shared my recipe for Taco Hand Pies a few weeks ago, I thought I’ve got to share my Pizza Hand Pies with y’all! I’ve been making these more often lately, rather than getting a pizza to go. I’ll make these during the week, and them pop them in the oven for about 8 minutes to warm them back up. These are great because they can be customized completely. You could totally have your family make their own little Taco Hand Pies, using ingredients they choose. This comes in handy for us. Zack and the girls like mushrooms, and I do not. Everyone buy Kelsie likes onions on their pizza. See, you get the idea.

Set up a little Pizza Hand Pies station and allow everyone to create their own. Sort of like personal pan pizzas, but portable!

You can do these one of two ways. You can place the sauce inside, or serve it on the side for dipping. It’s completely up to you. These make great after school snacks, to replace those hot pockets that you buy in the store, and they also make a great lunch for the kids to take to school! *if taking for school lunches, don’t put the sauce inside*

Of course since I made the Taco Hand Pies, pizza doesn’t have to be the only other option. You could take this idea and go anywhere with it. From cheeseburgers to breakfast. It’s up to you!

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

Remove the pie dough from the fridge and follow the directions on the box before using. (It says something about allowing to sit at room temp)

Unroll your pie crusts, and cut into 5 inch round circles. I found that a ramekin was the exact size I needed, and used that as my guide. You should be able to get 6 circles from one crust. You will cut three, and then lightly flour your surface, and roll out, with a rolling pin, and you'll be able to get 3 more. Place the dough on the parchment lined baking pans.

If you are going to put the sauce into the hand pies, you will measure one tablespoon per hand pie. Otherwise skip this step.

In the center of your pie dough circles, place one tablespoon cheese, and a pinch each, of your choice of toppings. Fold one side of the dough over, and press the edges together. Using a fork press gently along the edges to close them up.

You can use an egg, beaten, to brush the tops of the dough before baking, but this isn't completely necessary. Bake for 20 minutes or until dough is browned.

I I attempted to do this one time and it did not turn out as well as I wanted it to. The way you did it definitely looks better than what I did so next time I think I will try doing it this way. It looks delicious.

The Pillsbury Pie dough is such a timesaver and makes for the base for some quick and tasty recipes. This would be perfect on a school night. It’s definitely something the kids will enjoy and I could fill with everyone’s favorite pizza toppings. Thanks for sharing.

Ohh, my kids would love these. And think of all the possibilities! Custom made pizzas, mini calzones, even veggies with cheese. So convenient and quick to make as well. I think my kids would have fun making these too.

Pizza is my favorite thing to eat. I always like to make pizzas in different ways but I’ve never thought of this before. It looks super easy and quick to make. I think I’m going to give this recipe at try for sure!

The minute I saw the word “pizza” this post was pinned! haha This looks delicious and yet super cute at the same time. I love taking a regular meal item and adding a unique twist like you’ve done here. Thanks for sharing!